South Sudan

Afghanistan named the least peaceful, while Iceland continues to hold top spot as safest country

Hundreds of South Sudanese officials have lived in luxurious establishments for years during failed negotiations

Ousted former dictator could face years in jail on corruption charges

New figures show there are both more conflicts and more sides within each one

Olympian tells Britons to 'act now' and help millions facing starvation

Former vice president Riek Machar threatens to march on capital 'and end this drama'

Human Rights Watch accuses both sides in South Sudan's conflict of arming young children – often by force

Welcomed as 'critical first step' to peace, but critics warn of 'unpredictable' future

The worsening conflict in South Sudan could become a 'fully-fledged war' if no action is taken, says UN